Editorial board notes on constitutional rights and leadership
The Daily Telegraph Editorial Board presents a constitutional rights perspective highlighting the First Amendment freedoms. Publisher Steve Smith and Executive Editor Thomas A Colley introduce the column, emphasizing careful editorial consensus on free speech religion assembly and redress of grievances.
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Congress
Daily Telegraph
Verdict in Oklahoma City bombing shows justice served
Editorial lauds the Denver jury for a restrained verdict in the Oklahoma City bombing case. It argues the death penalty should follow, condemning sensationalism and praising judicial decorum while stressing the victims and public trust in the system. McVeigh found guilty on 11 counts. the system prevailed.
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Timothy McVeigh
McVeigh
Denver
O.J. Simpson
Simpson
Johnny Cochrans
Marcia Clarks
Christopher Dardens
Oklahoma City
Local election day urged in Bluefield Princeton Oakvale
The piece urges readers to vote on election day highlighting local government’s role in police, fire protection and services. It notes Gov Cecil Underwood and Secretary of State Ken Hechler at the Veterans Memorial Museum dedication in Hinton and contains remarks by House Speaker Bob Kiss about future political involvement.
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Bluefield
Princeton
Oakvale
Cecil Underwood
Ken Hechler
Veterans Memorial Museum of
Southern West Virginia
Hinton
Hechler
Memorial Day
Decoration Day
Jim
Carla Leslie
Ballengee Street
Veteran’s Museum
Carla
Bob Kiss
Kiss
Citizens discuss airport equipment for safe landings
A reader argues Beckley and Bluefield airports lack sophisticated gear to aid pilots during letdowns in low ceilings, urging attention to aviation safety and equipment readiness.
Pilot commendation for instrument letdown at low ceilings
Woodrow W. Hartsock of Bluefield Virginia receives commendation for handling a difficult instrument letdown through low ceilings at Beckley or Bluefield airports. The report highlights his calm aircraft control and adherence to procedures under challenging visual constraints.
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Beckley
Bluefield
Woodrow W. Hartsock
Pilot Described Smooth Landings Through Clouds on Flight 110
Passenger praises the pilot on Flight 110 from Charlotte to Beckley and Bluefield for descent through solid cloud to approach altitudes around 250 to 300 feet above runway ends. The writer notes no pilot name but commends skill on both landings and comments Memorial Day editorial critique about turning into a shopping day.
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Charlotte
Bluefield
Beckley
Mercer County
Chelsea Clinton as President's Little Observer
The article profiles Chelsea Clinton growing up in the White House and preparing for life in the public eye as President Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton raise her. It notes the 24 hour demands, the Sidwell Friends School choice, and how the family manages public scrutiny while shaping Chelsea's identity. It recalls advice from Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and comments from critics about parenting amid political life. Chelsea enters Sidwell’s high school poised and comfortable with reporters, while her parents discuss campaign pressures and a fragile marriage history. Chelsea’s early years, schooling, and the political ambiance surrounding her youth are explored with emphasis on her development and family dynamics.
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Ashington
Clinton
Sidwell Friends School
Chelsea
White House
Pennsylvania Avenue
Clintons
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
John
Secret Service
Jackie
Glenn Stanton
Focus
Stanton
Franklin
Eleanor Roosevelt
Gil Troy
Roosevelts
Troy
Roosevelt
Amy Carter
Ronald Reagan
Carter
Amy
Chelsea Clinton
Carters
Bill
CBS
60 Minutes
Gephardt weighs 2000 run amid Gore on tour and TV era shifts
The piece notes Richard Gephardt signaling a possible 2000 presidential bid, criticizing Clinton trade policy and the budget deal, while Gore tours New Hampshire defending Clinton. It reflects on early campaign dynamics and the growing role of television in vice presidential era politics.
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Ashington
WV. Gore
Richard Gephardt
Missouri
House
Detroit
Gephardt
Washington
TV Charm
Clinton
Detroit Business Club
Gore
New Hampshire
Democratic Leadership Council
Richard Nixon
Hubert Humphrey
Gerald Ford
Lyndon Johnson
Nelson Rockefeller
Walter Mondale
George Bush
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Charles McDowell